September was worst month for child COVID-19 infections, AAP says
The American Academy of Pediatrics also said the overall COVID-19 infection rate is 8,035 cases per 100,000 children in the population.
The American Academy of Pediatrics also said the overall COVID-19 infection rate is 8,035 cases per 100,000 children in the population.
The Maskii -- Dearborn woman designs mask that doubles as scrunchie
When a recent grad moved back home to Dearborn during the COVID-19 pandemic, she had an idea for a functional mask. With her employer's support, she created the Maskii.
When a recent grad moved back home to Dearborn during the COVID-19 pandemic, she had an idea for a functional mask. With her employer's support, she created the Maskii.
Study: Michigan school districts without mask mandates have more COVID-19 cases
Michigan school districts that don't have mask mandates have higher COVID-19 case rates.
Michigan school districts that don't have mask mandates have higher COVID-19 case rates.
CDC issues 2021 holiday COVID-19 guidance urging vaccination ahead of gatherings
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s guidance urges people to get vaccinated ahead of the holidays if they haven't done so already.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s guidance urges people to get vaccinated ahead of the holidays if they haven't done so already.
How to help 11-year-old Livonia boy battling extremely rare brain cancer
Earlier this summer, 11-year-old Silas was diagnosed with glioblastoma, a rare brain tumor.
Earlier this summer, 11-year-old Silas was diagnosed with glioblastoma, a rare brain tumor.
J&J COVID-19 booster: FDA panel endorses extra dose at least 2 months later
An FDA panel on Friday voted to recommend a booster dose of the single-shot Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine at least two months later.
An FDA panel on Friday voted to recommend a booster dose of the single-shot Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine at least two months later.
Michigan reports 8,297 cases of COVID-19 since Wednesday (daily average of 4,149) and 104 deaths
On Friday, Oct. 15. 2021, Michigan reported 8,297 cases of COVID-19 and 104 new deaths since Wednesday, 58 from vital records review. That's an average of 4,149 cases per day.
On Friday, Oct. 15. 2021, Michigan reported 8,297 cases of COVID-19 and 104 new deaths since Wednesday, 58 from vital records review. That's an average of 4,149 cases per day.
US to lift travel restrictions for vaccinated foreign nationals on Nov. 8
The White House is expected to announce fully vaccinated international travelers who are foreign nationals will be allowed into the united states starting Nov. 8.
The White House is expected to announce fully vaccinated international travelers who are foreign nationals will be allowed into the united states starting Nov. 8.
Moderna COVID-19 boosters: FDA panel endorses lower-dose shots for seniors, high risk
The FDA’s independent advisory panel endorsed lower-dose Moderna booster shots for seniors and other high-risk groups.
The FDA’s independent advisory panel endorsed lower-dose Moderna booster shots for seniors and other high-risk groups.
ARISE Detroit! urges more to build up neighborhoods by getting COVID-19 vaccine
ARISE Detroit! is an organization that works to preserve the communities of Detroit is urging residents to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
ARISE Detroit! is an organization that works to preserve the communities of Detroit is urging residents to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Wyandotte breast cancer survivor shares how tissue donation helped her
Sue says using the donor tissue for the reconstructive surgery allowed her physical appearance to remain the same as it did before the surgery - and that was huge factor in her recovery.
Sue says using the donor tissue for the reconstructive surgery allowed her physical appearance to remain the same as it did before the surgery - and that was huge factor in her recovery.
New sodium guidelines: FDA seeks to cut salt in packaged, restaurant foods
The FDA’s voluntary goals finalized Wednesday for 163 foods are intended to help lower the amount of salt Americans eat.
The FDA’s voluntary goals finalized Wednesday for 163 foods are intended to help lower the amount of salt Americans eat.
US reopening border to Canada, Mexico to fully vaccinated after COVID-19 closure
Travelers from Canada and Mexico will be able to visit the United States beginning in November as long as they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Travelers from Canada and Mexico will be able to visit the United States beginning in November as long as they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
FDA allows e-cigarette manufacturer to market products for 1st time
The FDA has granted permission for R.J. Reynolds Vapor Company to market and sell its e-cigarette products after weighing the benefits and risks to the public.
The FDA has granted permission for R.J. Reynolds Vapor Company to market and sell its e-cigarette products after weighing the benefits and risks to the public.
Moderna, J&J COVID-19 vaccines: FDA advisory panel to weigh boosters this week
With many Americans who got Pfizer vaccinations already rolling up their sleeves for a booster shot, millions of others who received the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine wait anxiously to learn when it’s their turn.
With many Americans who got Pfizer vaccinations already rolling up their sleeves for a booster shot, millions of others who received the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine wait anxiously to learn when it’s their turn.
Michigan reports 3 new cases of mosquito-borne EEE in horses
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development reported three new cases of EEE in horses.
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development reported three new cases of EEE in horses.
CDC director says COVID-19 pandemic’s end ‘depends on human behavior’
“We are battling with one another and not battling with the common foe, which is the virus itself,” Dr. Rochelle Walensky said.
“We are battling with one another and not battling with the common foe, which is the virus itself,” Dr. Rochelle Walensky said.
The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency bloody supply shortage
October donors will receive a free Zaxby's Signature Sandwich reward or an e-gift card to a merchant of their choice. Donors that come between Oct. 11-31 will receive a bonus $5 e-gift card.
October donors will receive a free Zaxby's Signature Sandwich reward or an e-gift card to a merchant of their choice. Donors that come between Oct. 11-31 will receive a bonus $5 e-gift card.
MSU says nearly 90% of students, staff are vaccinated against COVID-19
Nearly 90% of students, faculty, and staff at Michigan State University have been vaccinated against COVID-19.
Nearly 90% of students, faculty, and staff at Michigan State University have been vaccinated against COVID-19.
Merck seeks FDA authorization of antiviral COVID-19 pill
Merck asked the FDA to authorize its pill against COVID-19 in what would add an entirely new and easy-to-use weapon against the pandemic.
Merck asked the FDA to authorize its pill against COVID-19 in what would add an entirely new and easy-to-use weapon against the pandemic.